Happy Birthday to our Defender Nation!
Sunday, March 29, marked the official birthday of our Defender Nation. For 83 years, Defenders have been the vanguard of our Air Force, ensuring the safety of our people and the precision of our missions. Last Monday, March 30, A4S had the honor of celebrating our heritage at the Security Forces Center at Lackland Air Force Base in the historic Security Forces Museum.The Security Forces have evolved over the years, from its humble beginnings as the Office of the Air Provost Marshal to the Security Forces we know today. The unwavering courage and commitment from these Defenders are the bedrock of our force. These brave men and women have stood by with vigilance over the years to protect our nation's airpower, and the dedicated warriors of today’s formations carry on their legacy of lethality, discipline, and commitment.
"As World War II progressed, Army Air Force military police and base security responsibilities expanded. This expansion led the Army to create a separate provost marshal’s office for the Air Forces. This was done on March 29, 1943, and Colonel H. G. Reynolds was named the Air Provost Marshal by General Arnold marking what the Air Force Security Forces celebrate as its birth date." (From: DRAFT Defenders of the Force: The History of the United States Air Force Security Forces 1947-2006” by James Lee Conrad and Jerry M. Bullock, pages 10-12)Today, we honor the proud lineage of every Defender, past and present, who has exemplified selfless service and sacrifice. We extend our deepest gratitude to our Security Forces, who continue to fight through high-end threats and ensure the success of Air Force missions with selfless dedication.
Thank you for your unwavering courage and commitment to the watch.
DEFEND THE BASE
Defensor Fortis!
